Overview

• Lapid's 'Yes!' debuted at Cannes' Directors’ Fortnight, receiving acclaim for its confrontational style and political commentary.
• The film portrays Israel as a nation dominated by violence, zealotry, and wealth, reflecting the aftermath of the October 7 massacre and Gaza conflict.
• Central to the story is a young couple navigating hedonism and moral compromise, with scenes set against real footage of Gaza under attack.
• A fictional patriotic hymn, inspired by a controversial Civic Front reworking of 'Hareut,' critiques nationalist propaganda within the narrative.
• Critics question the Israeli Film Fund's role in financing a project so sharply critical of the nation's leadership and societal values.